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Redhook’s Bumbershoot Pre-Func Plan.

Just three more days until Bumbershoot, and Redhook is totally revved and ready to go. This year’s lineup includes Modest Mouse, Jason Mraz, Sheryl Crow, the Black Eyed Peas and the Old 97′s. Couldn’t get any better, you say? Uh, sure it can. Redhook ESB will be poured at the Bumbershoot beer garden.

But what if you’d like to grab a Redhook before the big show? Well, if you’re walking to the Seattle Center and looking to hit the pre-function scene, we’ve provided this handy map for those who want to grab a pint or a sixer with their buddies. You’ll find Redhook sold and served at several fine establishments, grocery stores and dive bars surrounding the Seattle Center.

Here's seven places besides the Bumbershoot beer garden to get a good pint.

Ozzie’s ““ 105 W. Mercer St. One of Seattle’s oldest bars, serving Redhook ESB and good burgers since forever.

Floyd’s Place ““ 521 1st Ave. North. This sports bar serves BBQ and Redhook Sunrye, along with dozens of other beers on tap.Streamline Tavern ““ 121 W. Mercer St. A smaller, more divey place to enjoy a Redhook or three.

AN ABRIDGED REDHOOK HISTORY

In 1981, Gordon Bowker and Paul Shipman started Redhook Ale Brewery in an old transmission shop in Seattle. Early missteps led to a cult following and eventually led to widespread acclaim that inspired countless craft brewers. Still, more than 25 years later, no brewery has been able to achieve the pure, unqualified Liquid Goodness of Redhook.